This podcast will be an open discussion with friends, colleagues and just amazing humans. Everyone has a story about mental health - this half hour chat will help us to see how we can open our own discussions around this very important area. Grab a cuppa or head out for some fresh air, and take a listen.
In this episode I had the pleasure to chat with Liz about her personal experience with mental health. Liz was the longest serving female crewman on the Royal Air Force Chinook Fleet spanning a 17 year career flying on the aircraft. But after her medical discharge in 2019 she struggled with the impact of PTSD and other life events. Thankfully one night when she was at her lowest point she made a phone call that saved her life. You can find out more about Liz, her work sharing her story to help others and order a copy of her book here: https://www.chinookcrewchick.co.uk/
In this episode I had the pleasure to chat with Rachel and Stacey about their personal experiences with money and mental health. Rachel and Stacey have created Money First Aid, a training course developed to help organisations provide better support to conversations of the taboo topic of money. You can find out more about their work and the training on their website: https://www.moneyfirstaid.org.uk/
*Content Warning* - Suicide discussion In this episode I had the pleasure to chat with Caroline about her journey through personal mental health challenges and the sad loss of her husband Steve to suicide. Caroline has written a book 'Daddy Blackbird' on her journey and 'The true story of a family surviving and thriving after loss by suicide. You can purchase a copy of Daddy Blackbird: https://amzn.eu/d/eWuMxNW
In this episode I had the pleasure to chat with Sally about her journey through menopause, creating her own company RE:Balance by Sally to help others. This is a fascinating listen to understand more about the holistic approach to supporting those who are peri-menopausal and going through menopause. You can connect with Sally here: https://www.rebalancebysally.com/
In this episode I had the pleasure to chat with Sally about her journey through personal mental health challenges, and how she turned her unique surname into a connection to talking about mental health (all whilst conquering some incredible adventures along the way). Sally is an inspirational speaker and happy to bring her unique approach to changing the lives of those she engages with. She absolutely brightened my day during our recording. She is the only person on the planet to complete a marathon on every continent in fancy dress (as different pieces of fruit!), which gives you a flavour of her colourful personality. You can connect with Sally here: https://www.sallyorange.com/
In this episode I had the pleasure to chat with Georgina about being diagnosed and living with MS (Multiple Sclerosis), and how through her journey she is creating something to help everyone with Disabilities. Purpl's mission is to fight for you, the disabled community, by bringing you the best discount offers to help offset the hidden costs that come from living with a disability. Extraordinary savings for extraordinary people. You can follow the Purpl journey, and encourage those with disabilities to sign-up using the social links below. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/purpldiscounts Website: https://www.purpldiscounts.com
In this episode I had the pleasure to chat with Dani about the many changes that she has experienced through her life. In her journey she has changed career 3 times, moved overseas, returned home to live with her mum, and now found a place where she feels settled. As part of Dani's ongoing routines and rituals she has a love for Running. If you are on TikTok you can follow her @danirose_enroute
In this episode I had the pleasure to sit down with the Amazing Human Lauren to talk about her journey with mental health. Lauren trained with my a few years ago in Mental Health and in this episode talks about her experience with anxiety, her career in law and almost reaching burnout. Thankfully she experienced 'Inner soul nudges' that helped her to reset and find a pathway to a healthier life. Lauren is the founder of Legally Different™️. https://legallydifferent.com/
In this energising and inspiring conversation I had the pleasure to sit down and record this episode with the Amazing Human Javeno. We discussed how his passion for helping others started when he was 16 years old, and has continued through his business J7, to help those who have disabilities, life limiting conditions and illnesses feel they are being treated like normal. Javeno has a wonderful and emotionally energising presence on TikTok. You can follow him here: https://www.tiktok.com/@javeno7?_t=8jKcVUTTgR6&_r=1
In this episode I had the pleasure to sit down with the Amazing Human Mark to talk about his journey with mental health. Mark and I have known each other for many years through our mutual connection and love for the travel industry. Mark talks in this episode about a life event and how this helped to ignite his passion for life and other humans. Mark is the volunteer Chair of the GBTA (Global Business Travel Association) and truly passionate about implementing change for a better future for all.
In this episode I had the pleasure to sit down with the Amazing Human Debi to talk about her journey with mental health. Debi talks about her career in education and how through her experiences of helping others she has committed herself to improve mental health, wellbeing and relationships through play. This episode is a great listen for any parents out there who are struggling with their own children. Apologies as we lost connection in the middle for a minute (and I did some padding) before Debi rejoined (I think she was playing with my anxiety). You can find our more about Debi's company Play Healing here: https://www.playhealing.com/
In this episode I had the pleasure to sit down with the Amazing Human Andrew to talk about his journey with mental health. Andrew has lived with anxiety since his early teen years and we talk about how over the years, and through a number of low points, he is now working hard on keeping himself well. He now works in mental health and is an advocate of all things wellbeing.
In this episode I had the pleasure to sit down with the Amazing Human Mesi to talk about her journey with mental health. Mesi talks in this episode about the moving to the UK 10 years ago and finding her pathway through the corporate world. Talking about the struggles to settle, and some challenging relationships on the journey. She is now a solopreneur having started her first business 'Treat Your Staff': https://www.treatyourstaff.co.uk/
In this episode I had the pleasure to sit down with the Amazing Human Nat to talk about her journey with mental health. Nat has been through a number of experiences that have help to define her passion for keeping her mental health positive, from being in an abusive relationship, bereavement and finding strength through therapy and powerlifting. You can watch Natalie's TEDx Talk here: • Reimagining Labels: The Impact on Sel...
In this episode I had the pleasure to sit down with the Amazing Human Mike to talk about his journey with mental health. Mike is very open about his experience with depression, bipolar and his suicide challenges. He has taken his personal experiences and is now a champion for improving mental health and wellbeing in the Construction Industry. He wants to help drive change to improve the help in the future. You can follow Construction Buddies here: https://constructionbuddies.co.uk/ Or the Bentley Mental Health: https://bentleymentalhealth.com/
In this episode I had the pleasure to sit down with the Amazing Human Sadie to talk about her journey with mental health. Sadie talks about developing severe anxiety at 18 and the following challenges through life with anxiety and depression. This episode also talks about her attempted suicide. You can connect with Sadie here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sadie-cole/
In this episode I had the pleasure to sit down with Charlotte to hear her incredible and inspiring journey through life. Charlotte has an incredible and inspiring story from her early life growing up in Coventry, a career in acting and music, physical trauma and recreating a life to help and support others by empowering leaders in the future. You can find out more more about Charlotte and her work here: https://charlottestorey.com/
Emily is a lived experience expert doing an incredible job at raising awareness of eating disorders, autism and supporting people with neurodiversity and mental health challenges. She is certainly an inspirational person. If you would like to know more about Emily and her passion you can find out more about her here: https://linktr.ee/emilyn93?fbclid=PAAaZetDPLpHsJMYqmKgIVlsCElCzVQqoatMHOcKRGgx0jBFbICBjj2w6cAHU
In this episode I had the pleasure to sit down with the Amazing Human Laura to talk about her journey with mental health. Laura and I have known each other for a number of years and in this episode she talks about her eating disorder, helping to change BBC Culture around mental health with the 'Open up' campaign, and how she is passionate about real human stories. You can find out more about Laura's work here: https://www.awaywithwords.media/
In this episode I had the pleasure to sit down with the Amazing Human Mark to talk about his journey with mental health. Mark talks openly about his recent diagnosis of motor neurone disease (MND / ALS) and how this has impacted his mental health, and sharing the news with his family. Mark is an inspiration to others and he is taking a positive approach to the future that includes a world record swimming event! You can find out more about the event and donate to MND here: https://www.justgiving.com/page/mark-obrien-mndworldrecordswim
In this episode I had the pleasure to sit down with Alex to hear her journey with mental health. Alex shares her personal experience with low mood, anxiety and finding a pathway through therapy including tapping and EMDR - (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing). Alex is a freelance Marketing Expert and talks is passionate about helping inspire and energise others. You can sign up to her 'Spark' newsletter here: https://mailchi.mp/46da55c58897/thespark-sign-up
In this episode I had the pleasure to sit down with Katy to hear her incredible and inspiring journey with physical disability and mental health challenges. Katy is very open about her early life and the impact of a number of challenges that have made her the strong, resilient and positive person that she is today. We also talked about her incredible weight loss journey and helping others through her Facebook page Darceys Diner: https://www.facebook.com/groups/305889910079008/
In this episode I had the pleasure to sit down with the Amazing Human Dave to talk about his journey with mental health. In 2019 Dave decided to change the direction of his life, he was tired of being tired. His journey is about self-discovery, life changes and how he has now created his own world and workplace. Dave is also the author of the book 'Fuelled Fit And Fired Up'. You can find our more about his work here: https://fuelledfitandfiredup.com/ You can follow Dave on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-rogers-the-business-explorer/
Marie is the head of Inclusion College Hampshire- https://inclusionhampshire.org.uk/ helping young people with mental health and neurodiversity challenges, who have previously been excluded to find help and support.
Neurodiversity Celebration Week Episode - Andy talks openly about his life with Dyslexia, the life challenges, and finding a pathway to helping support others on their journey through coaching.
Lucy is the mum of 3.5 year old Bertie. Bertie has Autism and in this episode we learn more about the impact to parenting and helping a young child with their developmental needs.
In this episode Laura and I discuss her diagnosis of ADHD as an Adult in 2018, and how this has changed her life to help others through her work in Debating Mental Health - https://www.debating-mh.co.uk/
Neurodiversity Celebration Week Episode - Dylan provides us with his perspective on growing up with Autism, being diagnosed at 7/8 years old, and his passion for vintage vehicles, in particular his 2 vintage tractors.
In this inspirational conversation Angus tells a very powerful story of his journey through life with Aspergers and ADHD. He is a great advocate for supporting the rise of Autism Awareness, and building a business providing support to events through a passion for magic.
Lucy is a returning guest to the podcast (Episode 72 - Postnatal Depression), and in this episode we talk about her diagnosis of ADHD in December 2022. Lucy is the co-owner of The Little HR Department - https://www.thelittlehrdepartment.com/
In this episode Michael tells us about his diagnosis of dyslexia at University. He now provides coaching to help people to understand their habits, and using his unique perspective created Make your Habits
In this episode Nairobi shares her journey with ADHD, from her diagnosis in Venezuela when she was 16, to now working for The Loddon Foundation helping to support young people with severe autism.
I am so happy to have Will return to record another episode of the podcast with me. We first sat down and recorded together in 2021 (episode 88), and for this recording we focused on how Autism has been a part of Wills' life.
In this episode Lucy talks about her recent diagnosis of ADHD at 37 years old. Lucy has always known that she was different, but the diagnosis has really helped her to better understand herself from a positive perspective. Before her diagnosis Lucy wrote and published a book with the aptly named title of: Born to be Different - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Born-be-Different-Lucy-Hine/
In this episode Jess talks openly about her recent diagnosis of ADHD, and how she has used the positive elements to help create a business focused on accelerating neuro-inclusion in Organisations and Schools - https://www.differingminds.co.uk/
Neurodiversity Celebration Week Episode - Lillian talks openly about her life with Autism, and whilst only receiving an official diagnosis in her early 20's she is now doing amazing things to help others understand and adjust to support those with ND challenges.
In this episode I had the pleasure to sit down with the Amazing Human Deborah, to talk about her journey with mental health. Deborah discusses her journey following a number of life events leading up to her mental health challenges in 2017. We discussed Depression, Suicidal thoughts, finding love and her passion for Competing in Pageantries. As part of her pageantry role as Mrs Stockport Atlantic, Deborah is focused on helping to support local community activities.
The podcast is 2 years Old - 147 episodes have been recorded and launched! This episode is a celebration and thanks, and also an update on plans for the future. our company Simpila, and the past 12 months on a personal level. Thank you to all those who have followed this journey, so far...
In this episode I had the pleasure to sit down with the Amazing Human Priya, to talk about her journey with mental health. Priya is open in her conversation about her bouts of depression over the past 4 years, to the point that she felt suicidal. Through her recovery she is now using her experiences to help others. The closing quote from Priya is: "Be strong now, because things will get better, it might be stormy now, but it can't rain forever” You can find out more about Priya and her work here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/priya-ruby-chahal-775a72a3/
In this episode I had the pleasure to sit down with the Amazing Human Em Melissa, to talk about her journey with mental health. We discuss living with an eating disorder and the continuing journey of recovery. Em shares her insights into her own challenges and how she has the support of close friends and family, and made adjustments to her self care routines. She has a great perspective and we are hoping this helps others on their journey. You can find out more about Em and her work here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-holding/
In this episode I had the pleasure to sit down with the Amazing Human and fellow Mental Health First Aid Instructor Melissa, to talk about her journey with mental health. We discuss growing up with Anxiety, stigma and discrimination to mental health, developing ME, and travelling to recover and the journey to being a Counsellor, Youth and Adult MHFA Instructor, and supporting charity. You can find out more about about her work here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissagale/
In this episode I had the pleasure to sit down with the Amazing Human Isaac to talk about his journey with mental health. In 2019 Isaac had a serious traumatic physical accident that changed his life for ever. In this episode he talks about disability, chronic pain and how his use of medication and drugs almost saw him end his life on a number of occasions. Thankfully Isaac has made changes to his life and now speaks publicly about his experience, motivating and inspiring others who are struggling. You can find out more about about his work here - Recovery through Values - https://www.recoverythroughvalues.com/ You can follow Isaac on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/isaac-kak... Or instagram: https://www.instagram.com/isaack3.0/
[Episode mentions suicide] - In this episode I had the pleasure to sit down with the Amazing Human Helen to talk about her journey with mental health. Helen talks about her life long challenges and the key moments that impacted her mental health. We talk about Bipolar, suicide, her journey to motherhood, neurodiversity and developing a social enterprise to help others. Helen is the founder and CEO of EventWell® the Event Industry's trailblazer and not for profit Community Social Enterprise and charitable organisation, dedicated to educating, campaigning and supporting better mental health and wellbeing in events and creative industries.- You can find out more here: https://eventwell.org/ You can follow Helen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/helenmoon/
In this episode we hear perspectives of menopause from 3 of the Simpila Mental Health Team, Kerry B Tonks, Louisa Downs and Matt Holman. To support menopause awareness month and world menopause awareness Day on 18th October. All views and opinions shared in this episode are individual and based upon personal experience. As with all discussions there are many perspectives that we can and should always acknowledge and consider. We are not subject matter experts, but passionate about improving awareness, education and support in the future for all females who will or have experienced menopause. #ownyourmenopause Find out more about The Menopause Charity: https://www.themenopausecharity.org/ Find out more about The Fawcett Society: https://www.fawcettsociety.org.uk/
In this episode I had the pleasure to sit down with the Amazing Human Guy, who shares wonderful insights into the world of Autism and healing. We had a very interesting conversation about our perspectives and experiences of Autism, and also focused on the role of parents. If you are concerned about the development of your child this is a good episode to tune into. You can watch Guy's TEDx 'The beautiful reality of autism' - https://youtu.be/S8Nb2FDmQo4 Find out more about Guy's work through Heartful Healing: https://heartfulhealing.co.uk/
In this episode I had the pleasure to sit down with the Amazing Human Louisa who shares wonderful insights into her journey with mental health. Louisa focuses her story over a clearly defined period of 12 months, where there have ben a number of traumatic challenges for both her and her husband to work through. At the end of the episode she also outlines 3 objectives that she set to make changes to her life... find out how she is progressing with these. You can find more information or connect to Louisa here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisa-downs-she-her-hers-a5a401112/
In this episode I had the pleasure to sit down with the Amazing Human Michael who shares her wonderful insights into his mental health journey. Michael talks openly about his many years of struggles with depression and anxiety following a physical operation in his late teens. This episode also discusses suicidal thoughts and how Michael is now encouraging more men to talk about mental health. He is also currently taking parental leave to take care of two young children, whilst his wife continues to run her cafe business in Krakow, Poland. You can find more information or connect to Nick here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-mcsperrin/
In this episode I had the pleasure to sit down with the Amazing Human Nick who shares her wonderful insights into his mental health journey with Anxiety. Through Nick's work he is helping to revitalise work cultures & empowering product teams. We also discussed an incredibly lifting experience that Nick had during the Covid Lockdowns that earned him the title in Media of Fancy Dress Dad. You can find more information or connect to Nick here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholasjemetta/
In this episode I had the pleasure to sit down with the Amazing Human Catherine who shares her wonderful insights into her journey with Bipolar Disorder. Catherine has taken her life journey and now uses it to provide support to individuals, families, friends and supporters to know more about Bipolar. You can find more information or connect to Catherine here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherine-stratta/
In this episode I had the pleasure to sit down with the Amazing Human Claudia to talk about her journey with mental health. Claudia talks about how the workplace brought her to the point of not being able to feel. She was struggling with Burnout and Depression and needed to make some life changes. In early 2022 Claudia launched her own business, providing Career and Mindset Coaching to help ambitious professionals makeover their career and rewire their mindset. You can find out more about Claudia's work here: https://www.claudiawarias.com/
In this episode I had the pleasure to sit down with the Amazing Human Lildonia to talk about her journey with mental health. Lildonia talks about her personal experiences growing up with severe anxiety as a teenager, becoming a yoga teacher and wellbeing trainer. Lildonia also does amazing work to help support conscious conversations for allies discussing all things race and diversity. You can find out more about Lildonia's work here: http://www.movewithlildonia.com/
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